U1574CH - Microwave Oven ROTEL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Microwave oven
Brand	ROTEL
Model	U1574CH
Microwave power levels	5 levels: Low (17%), Medium Low (33%), Medium (55%), Medium High (77%), High (100%)
Additional functions	Grill (100%), Combi 1 (80% grill + 20% microwave), Combi 2 (70% grill + 30% microwave), Combi 3 (60% grill + 40% microwave)
Control type	Rotary knobs for power and timer
Included accessories	Glass tray, turntable ring, instruction manual
Installation	Level surface, minimum height 85 cm, clearance of 30 cm above and 20 cm on sides
Safety	Door safety lock, prohibition of operating empty, supervision of children under 8 years
Cleaning	Clean cavity with a damp cloth, avoid abrasive products and metal scrapers
Power supply	Standard household outlet, voltage and frequency according to rating plate
Important instructions	Do not heat eggs with shell, do not use sealed containers, do not use metal
Warranty	Warranty against material and manufacturing defects, free repair or exchange of parts under conditions
Disposal	Return to retailer, after-sales service, or send back to Rotel AG for recycling
Compatible materials	Heat-resistant glass, microwave-safe plastic, baking paper, microwave plastic wrap, etc.
Regular maintenance	Cleaning after each use to prevent surface deterioration

Frequently Asked Questions - U1574CH ROTEL

How to use the Rotel U1574CH microwave oven?

First set the power with the power rotary knob, then the time with the timer knob. The oven starts automatically. At the end, a beep sounds. Always reset the timer to 0 after use.

What utensils can I use in my microwave oven?

Use only suitable utensils: heat-resistant glass, microwave-safe plastic, baking paper, microwave plastic wrap. Avoid metal, metal ties, wood, expanded polystyrene, and aluminum trays.

How to clean the microwave oven?

Unplug the appliance. Clean the cavity with a slightly damp cloth after each use. Accessories can be washed in soapy water. For stubborn stains, heat a bowl of water with lemon at full power for 10 minutes, then wipe.

What to do if the oven does not start?

Check that the plug is properly inserted, that the fuse or circuit breaker has not tripped, and that the door is correctly closed. Test the outlet with another appliance. If the problem persists, contact a professional.

Can I heat hard-boiled or whole eggs?

No, eggs with shell or whole hard-boiled eggs can explode even after cooking. Never heat them in the microwave.

Why is the glass tray making noise?

Noise can come from a dirty roller or oven bottom. Clean the tray, ring and cavity as indicated in the cleaning section.

What is the maximum microwave power?

The maximum power is 100% (High level). It is suitable for reheating, boiling water, cooking vegetables and beverages.

How to properly install the oven?

Place the oven on a level surface at a minimum height of 85 cm. Leave a free space of 30 cm above and 20 cm on the sides for ventilation. Do not install it near a heat source.

What is the warranty of the appliance?

The manufacturer repairs material or manufacturing defects free of charge during the warranty period, subject to proper use. Wear parts and damage due to mishandling are excluded.

How to dispose of the appliance at the end of its life?

Return the appliance to your retailer or an after-sales service point, or send it directly to Rotel AG which handles proper recycling.

USER MANUAL U1574CH ROTEL

White rotel microwave oven with control knobs and a blank screen (no visible text or symbols on main body)

• GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG
- MODE D'EMPLOI
• ISTRUZIONI PER L'USO
• INSTRUCTION FOR USE

D/F/I/E

Deutsch

A. Control panel
B. Turntable sha
C. Turntable ring as- sembly
D. Glass tray
E. Observaon window
F. Door assembly
G. Safety interlock system

Deutsch

Diagram of a mechanical assembly with a circular component and a downward force arrow (no text or symbols)

- Read all instrucons before using.

- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instrucon concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, injury to persons or exposure to excessive microwave oven energy when using your appliance, follow the basic precautions, including the following:

○ Warning: Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.

○ Warning: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operaon that involves the removal of a cover

which gives protecon against exposure to microwave energy.

- Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.

○ Only use utensils that are suitable for use in a microwave.

○ The oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits should be removed.

- Read and follow the specic: "PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY".

- When heang food in plasc or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.

○ If smoke is emied, switch o or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to see any ames.

○ Do not overcook food.

- Do not use the oven cavity for storage purposes. Do not store items, such as bread, biscuits, etc. inside the oven.

- Remove wire twist-es and metal handles from paper or plasc containers/bags before placing them in the oven.

○ Install or locate this oven only in accordance with the installaon instrucons provided.

- Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode, even aer microwave heang has ended.

○ This appliance is intended to be used in household environments and similar sengs such as:

■ sta kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working environments;

■ by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

- farm houses;

■ bed and breakfast type environments.

○ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

- Do not store or use this appliance outdoors.

- Do not use this oven near water, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

- The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating. The surfaces are liable to get hot during use. Keep cord away from heated surfaces and do not cover any vents on the oven.

- Do not let the cord hang over edge of a table or counter.

- Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condion could lead to deterioraon of the surface that could adversely act the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

- The contents of feeding boles and baby food jars must be sred or shaken and the temperature checked before consumpon, in order to avoid burns.

- Microwave heang of beverages can result in delayed erupve boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.

- The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are being supervised or have been instructed concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

○ Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

- The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external mer or separate remote-control system.

- Accessible parts may become hot during use. Young children should be kept away.

○ A steam cleaner is not to be used.

During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heang elements inside the oven.

○ Only use the temperature probe recommended for this oven (for ovens provided with a facility to use a temperature-sensing probe).

○ WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heang elements. Children under 8 years of age must be kept away unless connuously supervised.

○ The microwave oven must be operated with the decorative door open (for ovens with a decorative door).

- The rear surface of the appliance must be placed against a wall.

- The microwave oven must not be placed in a cabinet.

○ The microwave oven is intended for heang food and beverages. Drying food or clothing and heang warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth and similar may lead to the risk of injury, ignition or re.

- SETTING UP YOUR OVEN

- Remove the oven and all materials from the box and oven cavity.

- Your oven comes with the following accessories:

Glass tray 1
■ Turntable ring assembly 1
■ Instrucon Manual 1

- TURNTABLE INSTALLATION

• Never place the glass tray upside down. The glass tray should never be restricted.
• Both glass tray and turntable ring assembly must always be used during cooking.
• All food and food containers must always be placed on the glass tray for cooking.
  ○ If the glass tray or turntable ring assembly cracks or breaks, contact your nearest authorised service centre.

Hub (underside)

Glass tray

Turntable sha

Diagram of a mechanical assembly with a circular component and directional arrows, no text or symbols present.

Turntable ring assembly

- INSTALLATION

- Select a level surface that provides enough open space for the inlet and/or outlet vents.

• The minimum installaon height is 85 cm.
• The rear surface of the appliance must be placed against a wall. Leave a minimum clearance of 30 cm above the oven; a minimum clearance of 20 cm is required between the oven and any adjacent walls.

- Do not remove the legs from the boom of the oven.

- Blocking the inlet and/or outlet openings can damage the oven.

- Place the oven as far away as possible from radios and TVs. Operaon of the microwave oven may cause interference to your radio or TV recepon.

- Plug your oven into a standard household socket. Be sure the voltage and the frequency is the same as the voltage and the frequency on the rang label.

WARNING: Do not install the oven over a range cooktop or other heat-producing appliances. If installed near or over a heat source, the oven could be damaged and the warranty would be void.

The accessible surface may be hot during operaon.

• CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

• Set the cooking power by turning the power knob to the desired level.
• Set the cooking me by turning the mer knob to the desired me as per your cooking guide.
  ○ The microwave oven will automacally start cooking aer the power level and me are set.
  ○ Aer the cooking me is up, the unit will "Dong" to stop.
  ○ If the unit is not in use, always set the me to "0".

Funcon/Power	Output	Applicaon
Low	17% micro.	Soen ice cream
Med. Low (Defrost)	33% micro.	Soup stew, soen buer or defrost
Med.	55% micro.	Stew, sh
Med. High	77% micro.	Rice, sh, chicken, minced meat
High	100% micro.	Reheat, milk, boil water, vegetables, beverage

Funcon/Power	Output	Applicaon
Combi. 1	80% grill 20% micro.	Soen ice cream
Combi. 2	70% grill 30% micro.	Soup stew, soen buer or defrost
Combi. 3	60% grill 40% micro.	Stew, sh
Grill	100% micro.	Rice, sh, chicken, minced meat

Noce: When removing food from the oven, please ensure that the oven power is switched by turning the clock switch to 0 (zero). Failure to do so, and operang the microwave oven without food in it, can result in overheang and damage to the magnetron.

- CLEANING

Be sure to unplug the appliance from the power supply.

- Clean the cavity of the oven aer use with a slightly damp cloth.

- Clean the accessories in the usual way with soapy water.

The door frame and seal and adjacent parts must be cleaned carefully with a damp cloth when they are dirty.

Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in the shearing of the glass.

Cleaning Tip

For easier cleaning of the cavity walls that the cooked food can touch: Place half a lemon in a bowl, add 300ml (1/2 pint) water and heat on 100% microwave power for 10 minutes. Wipe the oven clean using a so, dry cloth.

- UTENSILS

See the instrucons on "Materials you can use in a microwave oven or to be avoided in a microwave oven". There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the utensil in queson following the procedure below.

- Utensil Test

- Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the utensil in queson.

■ Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.

- Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.

■ Do not exceed 1 minute cooking me.

- Materials you can use in microwave oven:

Utensils	Remarks
Aluminium foil	Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 2.5cm away from oven walls.
Browning dish	Follow the manufacturer's instrucons. The boom of the browning dish must be at least 5mm above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware	Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer's instrucons. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars	Always remove the lid. Use only to heat food unl just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware	Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags	Follow the manufacturer's instrucons. Do not close with metal es. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates and cups	Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unaended while cooking.
Paper towels	Use to cover food for reheang and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for a short cooking me only.
Grease-proof paper	Use as a cover to prevent splaering or a wrap for steaming.
Plasc	Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer's instrucons. Should be labeled "Microwave Safe". Some plasc containers soften, as the food inside gets hot. "Boiling bags" and ghtly closed plasc bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed on the package.
Plasc wrap	Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture. Do not allow plasc wrap to touch food.
Thermometers	Microwave-safe only (meat and sweets thermometers).
Wax paper	Use as a cover to prevent splaering and retain moisture.

• Materials to be avoided in a microwave oven:

Utensils	Remarks
Aluminium tray	May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Food carton with metal handle	May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Metal or metal-trimmed utensils	Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may cause arcing.
Metal twist es	May cause arcing and could cause a re in the oven.
Paper bags	May cause a re in the oven.
Plasc foam	Plasc foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperatures.
Wood	Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack.

• TROUBLESHOOTING

Normal
Microwave oven interfering with the TV recepon	Radio and TV recepon may be aected when the microwave oven is being used. It is similar to the interference of small electrical appliances, like mixers, vacuum cleaner and electric fan. It is normal.
Dim oven light	When cooking on low power, the oven light may become dim. It is normal.
Steam accumulang on door, hot air out of vents	When cooking, steam may come out of the food. Most will escape out of the vents. But some may accumulate on cool surfaces like oven door. It is normal.
Oven started accidentally with no food in	It is forbidden to run the unit without any food inside. It is very dangerous.

Trouble	Possible Cause	Soluon
Oven cannot be started	Power cord not plugged in properly.	Unplug. Then plug in again aer 10 seconds.
	Fuse or circuit breaker triggered.	Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker (repaired by professional personnel of our company).
	Trouble with plug socket.	Test plug socket with other electrical appliances.
Oven does not heat	Door not closed well.	Close door properly.
Glass turntable makes noise when microwave oven is on	Dirty roller rest and oven boom.	Refer to “Cleaning” to clean dirty parts.

- DISPOSAL

For proper disposal, the unit is to return to the dealer, the service agent or the company Rotel AG.

D/F/I/E

• 2 JAHRE GARANTIE

• 2 ANS DE GARANTIE

• 2 ANNI DI GARANZIA

• 2 YEARS WARRANTY

o Garaneverpichtung

○ Warranty commitment

We commit ourselves to repairing this device for free provided it has been handled properly and a failure has occurred within the period of warranty. We repair all defects caused by material or manufacturing faults. The warranty will be performed by repair or replacement of defective parts at our discretion. A warranty does not cover damage due to parts worn-o and damage and defects that occur due to improper usage, treatment or maintenance (particularly calcicaon and commercial use). A warranty will only be granted if the warranty card showing the date of purchase, dealer's stamp and signature or the purchase receipt together with the device is sent to the relevant service staon (see address below). Returns are to be made in the original package. Transport costs will be borne by the purchaser. Please do not forget to state your address and, should the error not be obvious, include an explanaon together with your parcel.

Servicestaon:

Service après-vente: Rotel AG